(1) You are not going to die. (this is what the Doctor in the clip said).
pros – this can be taken as reassurance that he is in safe hands and that he is being looked after
cons – this is not a true statement as the Dr can not guarantee this from happening.
2) What makes you think that Chris?
pros – gives the Dr an insight on how Chris is feeling
cons – asking Chris questions when he is struggling to breathe is only going to make him more breathless
(3) If you just slow your breathing down you will be fine.
pros- this is a way of trying to get Chris to relax which may result in him breathing slower
cons- this may not help with Chris as he is clearly struggling with his breathing and may feel that he can not slow it down
4) Everything will be ok, stop talking, to save your breath.
pros – again the reassurance may help with Chris breathing knowing that the Dr has said everything will be ok
cons – Chris may not speak out if he starts to feel any worse.